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The Latest Breaking News from East Lothian

Ex-minister Douglas Alexander plans return as Labour MP

Former minister under Blair and Brown has applied to be candidate for East Lothian, sources confirm

The Guardian - UK

Huge new Edinburgh village planned near Fort Kinnaird with over 200 homes

A proposal of application notice was filed with the City of Edinburgh Council this week for the major construction which could take place on the boundary between Edinburgh and East Lothian.

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian man jailed after firing taser disguised as torch in children's skatepark

Jamie Garrity, from Prestonpans, was seen repeatedly triggering the device, which produced electrical sparks and made a distinctive crackling sound, in an East Lothian park.

Edinburgh Live

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East Lothian business retreat will ruin 'tranquil' setting, objectors claim

The plans will see the original steading buildings transformed to provide holiday accommodation for business retreats as well as a cafe, heritage centre/museum and auditorium

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh scout leader told girl 'I love you more than is appropriate' at summer camp

Daniel Hooton, 31, targeted the girls by rubbing their upper thighs while sitting round a fire at scout camps in East Lothian and Yorkshire.

Edinburgh Live

'Thousands' of Edinburgh passengers left 'stranded in the cold' during travel chaos

Due to an issue regarding overhead wires in East Lothian, passengers have been advised not to travel north of Newcastle for the remainder of the day as many have become 'stranded' for the night

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh train passengers warned 'do not travel' due to major fault on line

Services to the capital from England and East Lothian will not be running for the rest of the day due to a major overhead wire issue at Prestonpans. LNER have urged customers to defer travel or "book a hotel"

Edinburgh Live

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East Lothian driver who caused death of three school friends in crash escapes road ban

Robbie Gemmell was just 16 when he jumped into the driver’s seat of pal Jenna Barbour’s Peugeot 206 and careered down a remote country lane.

Edinburgh Live

Christmas wonderland near Edinburgh shuts down after 'feedback' from angry parents

The Enchanted event at Balgone Estate in East Lothian promised visitors a winter extravaganza as a festive family treat.

Edinburgh Live

Kids cry at East Lothian Christmas grotto with handless Santa and 'disastrous rides'

Fuming parents paid to trudge through mud and ice before being greeted by the horror mannequin while visiting the Enchanted event at Balgone Estate in East Lothian.

Edinburgh Live

'Fyre Festival' Christmas grotto leaves kids in tears over horror Santa with no hands

Families visiting the Enchanted event in East Lothian claim children were put on a ride by "undertrained" staff who then wandered off leaving them trapped "going round and round"

Daily Mirror

The hidden gem East Lothian village that's an idyllic winter getaway

Those of us needing a bit of peace and quiet this festive season will be looking for places to escape to away from the bustling crowds of the city and this picturesque village could be ideal.

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian dinner ladies set up pizza business from back of bright yellow horsebox

During the week, friends Laura Robertson and Deborah Stenhouse work in the kitchen at Yester Primary school in Gifford, but at weekends they saddle up and head out in their bright yellow horsebox, selling their range of homemade pizzas.

Edinburgh Live

Scots woman in desperate bid to be reunited with missing dog for Christmas

Amy Hamilton, 28, from East Lothian, says Benji went missing when her mum took the dog out for a walk in June.

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Police investigation launched after man's body discovered on East Lothian beach

The body of a man has been found on a beach in East Lothian, with emergency services descending on the scene on Friday morning while the death is currently being treated as 'unexplained'.

Daily Record

Woman and two children rushed to hospital after crash on Scots road

Police closed the A1 near Haddington in East Lothian for almost six hours after the incident.

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian creep who preyed on school boys banned from attending any public toilet

Robert Cockburn approached the two youngsters while they used public toilets in East Lothian earlier this year. He appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh weather: Met Office issues warning as icy blast and snow set to hit city

A yellow weather for ice has been issued for East Lothian and Edinburgh residents can expect to wake up to an chilly start to the morning on Thursday as the cold air pushed in.

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The Guardian - UK

‘No lack of wildness’ - a car-free break on the John Muir Way, Scotland

The East Lothian segment of the coast to coast trail dedicated to the great conservationist, reveals seabird colonies, beaches and historic houses

Edinburgh Live

Hero East Lothian lifeboat crew scrambled as kayakers plunged into chilly water

RNLI volunteer crews were called out after two kayakers were plunged into the chilly water and were left struggling in the sea. Their boats had capsized on the coast of North Berwick.

Daily Record

Moment evil Scots carer caught stealing cash from terminally ill OAP after daughters install cameras

Anthony McKnight was filmed helping himself to the 87-year-old's money while he was meant to be caring for the pensioner at his home in Haddington, East Lothian.

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian man who tackled Prince Andrew heckler in Edinburgh tells his side of story

Craig Thomson and another man pulled a protestor to the ground as he heckled Prince Andrew just a few feet from King Charles III and other senior royals in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian cyclist rushed to hospital after being assaulted by pair 'on moped'

Police in Musselburgh have issued an appeal for information after the 24-year-old man was targeted while cycling through the area on Tuesday, November 29.

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian housing plan includes parking for village football pitch

A total of 90 new homes will be built on the western edge of Elphinstone creating a new gateway into the former mining village

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian residents urged to apply for £1m energy fund as applications open

East Lothian residents who are struggling to pay for bills are being encouraged to apply for a new £1 million energy fund that can help them heat their homes this winter.

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